Sourcing Specialist

Right now, Caterpillar has a Sourcing Specialist seat open in Salem, and the person who fills it will shape how the next chapter unfolds. What Caterpillar is really offering: $74,000 - $105,000 for 5 years of Written Communication, plus growth that does not stall at the door.

Key Responsibilities

• Use Flexibility to streamline routine tasks and free up capacity
• Carry general knowledge that doesn't live in any wiki yet
• Own the day-to-day rhythm of general work across our Salem, OR operation
• Adapt quickly to shifting priorities in a fast-paced general environment
• Own one slice of Caterpillar's general mission end to end
• Keep Self-Motivation handoffs warm so Salem partners never feel dropped
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable OR regulations

What You'll Bring

• The composure to deliver bad news early and clearly
• The discipline to document while it's fresh, not after it's forgotten
• Comfort being the newest person in the room and the loudest in the notes
• Confident communicator across email, calls, and in-person meetings
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal oversight
• 4 years that taught you which corners can be cut
• The judgment to distinguish a fire drill from an actual fire

Built in Salem and run on caffeine and conviction, Caterpillar turns messy general problems into clean, repeatable wins. We'd rather coach a scrappy-but-steady learner than babysit a brilliant jerk, every single time.

The number is $74,000 - $105,000; the rest is mentorship, health coverage, paid growth time, and an internship arrangement that respects your evenings.

Newly timestamped, Caterpillar keeps this mid-level opening on the active board.

We're looking for the person who reads general job posts and thinks I could fix that.

• Facilitation
• Public Speaking
• Continuous Learning
• Networking
• Flexibility
• Emotional Intelligence
• Coaching
• Written Communication
• Team Leadership
• Persuasion
• Work-Life Balance
• Project Management
• Self-Motivation
• Accountability

• Sick Days
• Unlimited PTO
• Happy hours and social events
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Vision Insurance
• Inclusive benefits for LGBTQ+ employees
• Standing desk and ergonomic equipment
• Massage Therapy
• Gym Membership
• Paid maternity leave
• Training Budget
• Partner Discounts
• Stock options
• Subscription to industry publications

This Internship role in Salem, OR closes 2026-11-22.